This Week in Wine: Highlights and Updates for June 21, 2026

Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of wine stories that caught my interest. Each week, I scour the web for noteworthy wine-related articles and compile them here for you.

• Singular Beauty – Andrew Jefford reflects on the essence of Alsace.
• I Transitioned at the Peak of My Wine Career—and Wine Tastes Different Now – A courageous journey of personal transformation.
• “Not All Those Who Wander Are Lost.” ~ J.R.R. Tolkien – A thoughtful discussion on topophilia.
• Wine Is Swinging for the Fences With Sports Advertising—Is It Working? – Exploring the effectiveness of wine advertisements in sports.
• How Social Media Propelled the ‘Cult’ Wine World Into Absurdity – Discussing the influence of Instagram on the wine industry.
• Ancient DNA Proves Chianti Was Once a White Wine Mecca – Historical revelations about Chianti.
• Andrew Jefford: ‘We’ve Got a Wine Revolution on Our Hands’ – A call to recognize current trends in the wine industry.
• The 20-Year-Old LA Wine Bar That Helped Shape How California Eats – Exploring the impact of a notable wine bar on California’s food culture.
• Rediscovering Wine’s Magic Triangle – A journey to uncover the magic triangle of wine.
• This Napa Valley Winery Wants You Back So Bad, It Got Rid of Its Tasting Fee – A new move to attract visitors to this winery.
• A 175-Year-Old Shipwreck, Lots of Booze, and an Island’s Quest to Survive – An intriguing tale from an island’s past.
• Scientists Pop the Cork on the Hidden Chemistry Inside Wine Bottles – Insights into what happens inside a wine bottle.
• Eileen Crane, Who Helped Put California Sparkling Wine on the Map, Dies at 77 – Remembering a pioneer in sparkling wine.
• Meet the Star California Winemakers With Beer, Whiskey, and Other Drinks Projects Beyond Wine – Exploring winemakers’ ventures beyond traditional wine.
• The Chemistry That Shapes the Texture of Wine – An exploration of wine’s texture and its chemical basis.
• Sancerre Faces Flinty Future – Margaret Rand discusses the future of Sancerre.
• Mexican Wine Breaks All the Rules – Celebrating unique practices in Mexican winemaking.
• Revino Receives $4.8M Grant to Build First California Bottle Reuse Facility – A positive step towards sustainability in the wine industry.
• China Seizes 75,000 Cases of Counterfeit Alcohol – Addressing the issue of counterfeit alcohol.
• Another Wine Giant Goes B Corp—Is Certification Becoming a Competitive Necessity? – Discussing the increasing importance of B Corp certification.
• Afterword: What Should I Do with My Winery? – A checklist for winery owners.
• Italy Launches New ‘Crisis Fund’ for Winemakers in Trentino – Support for winemakers amid challenging times.
• Poor Fruit Set, Fewer Sellers Kindles Competition for 2026 Harvest – Anticipating a competitive harvest season ahead.

Stay tuned for more captivating stories as I continue my exploration of the vibrant wine world!

About the Author: Chris Lehoux

Meet Chris Lehoux, an experienced wine connoisseur and dedicated blogger with a deep passion for all things wine-related. With years of expertise in the industry, Chris shares insightful wine reviews, valuable wine tasting tips, expert pairing advice, and captivating tales of vineyard visits. Join Chris on a journey through the world of wine, where every sip is an adventure waiting to be savored!